Australia / Australia travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on Aug. 19, 2025, 4:16 a.m.
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The following information has been provided by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The information is subject to change without notice. This is not a comprehensive list, and you are urged to check the most up-to-date information and details.

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Entry information for travelers from Japan

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COVID-19 risks

Oct. 19, 2022, midnight

In light of the general improvement in the global infection situation and the fact that the G7 countries have already canceled the designation of levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information was issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).

Aug. 24, 2022, midnight

On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).

July 25, 2022, midnight

On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.

July 1, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

May 26, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

April 1, 2022, midnight

The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Aug. 13, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

May 18, 2021, midnight

Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".

May 18, 2021, midnight

Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".

Oct. 30, 2020, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

Local and national news

Information for the past 30 days.

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Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates

Information from the past two weeks.

Japanese consultation service for worries and anxieties about living abroad

Aug. 18, 2025, 1 p.m.
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1. If you have arrived in Australia on a study abroad or working holiday and are struggling to find advice due to differences in culture, language, customs, etc., there are counseling services available in Japanese. Additionally, if you have concerns about child-rearing, domestic violence, abuse, workplace issues, or other concerns, please feel free to use the services of the organizations listed below, which offer chat and SNS counseling in Japanese.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website "Loneliness and Isolation Consultation Service for Japanese Nationals Abroad"
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/life/info20210707.html

2. If you know someone who is suffering from anxiety or depression, you can encourage them to consult a local GP or counsellor. Please refer to the list of clinics and doctors who can speak to you in Japanese on our website below.
https://www.melbourne.au.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/life_top.html

3. Local mental health helplines (in English) are listed below. In case of a life-threatening emergency, please contact 000 (triple zero).
・Life Line 131 114 https://www.lifeline.org.au/
・Beyondblue Support Service 1300 224 636 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
For other consultation points, please refer to our website.
https://www.melbourne.au.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/life_top.html

4. Our Embassy receives many inquiries from worried Japanese families. If you are staying for more than three months, please be sure to submit a "Resident Registration Form." Those staying for less than three months can register for "Tabi-Regi." Please make sure to check in with your family on a regular basis and confirm your means of communication.
Residence notification/Tabi-regi
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/

Consulate-General of Japan in Melbourne
Consulate-General of Japan in Melbourne
Level 25, 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
TEL: (03) 9679-4510